Biography

Hong Man Choi is known for Goemon (2009), Kaibutsu-kun: The Movie (2011) and Mr. Tadano's Secret Mission: From Japan with Love (2008).

Began a singing career with supermodel Kang Soo Hee in Korea under the name of Beauty & The Beast. He also made a rap single featuring vocals by the model Kang Soo Hee.

In April 2008, Choi joined the Korean army for his 21 months military service. After failing two medical tests, he was relieved from his military duty. The main reason was a problem with the sight in his left eye, which was the result of a brain tumor. On June 9, the tumor was finally removed through surgery.

Former professional K-1 Kickboxer and still a professional MMA fighter. One of the few people to defeat Sem Schilt in K-1.